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Chambersite and Anorthite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.50
2.77
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chambersite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Anorthite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Chambersite and Anorthite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chambersite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.